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Hand-Crafted Glass Pitcher, NANA, Kanz Architetti
Hand-Crafted Glass Pitcher, NANA, Kanz Architetti

Hand-Crafted Glass Pitcher, NANA, Kanz Architetti

By kanz

Located in Venezia, Veneto

A generously sized glass carafe, it can hold 2 litres. Made of borosilicate glass, each carafe is handmade, without the use of moulds, by Venetian craftsmen. Minimal variations in sh...

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2010s Italian Other Pitchers

Materials

Glass

Antique Victorian German Silver Plated Crystal Glass Lemonade Water Pitcher
Antique Victorian German Silver Plated Crystal Glass Lemonade Water Pitcher

Antique Victorian German Silver Plated Crystal Glass Lemonade Water Pitcher

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Victorian German Silver Plated Cut Blown Crystal Glass Lemonade Water Pitcher. Made in Germany. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 10.25" H x 8.5" W x 7" D.

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Early 20th Century Victorian Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Heavy Silver Coffee Pot
19th Century Heavy Silver Coffee Pot

19th Century Heavy Silver Coffee Pot

By Elkington Mason & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fine handcrafted coffee pot is in fine condition with detailed hall marks on the bottom and fine lines. The condition is mint. Elkington & Co electroplate with Elkington’s own ...

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Silver

19th Century Graduated Pewter Measures Set of 8
19th Century Graduated Pewter Measures Set of 8

19th Century Graduated Pewter Measures Set of 8

Located in Winter Park, FL

A set of eight German 19th century tankard style pewter measuring cups or jugs, each with engraved volume capacity and hallmarks. In good condition with light scratches. Finish retai...

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19th Century German Antique Pitchers

Materials

Pewter

21st Century Hand-Crafted Glass Carafe, Blue Color, Kanz Architetti, Pingù
21st Century Hand-Crafted Glass Carafe, Blue Color, Kanz Architetti, Pingù

21st Century Hand-Crafted Glass Carafe, Blue Color, Kanz Architetti, Pingù

By kanz

Located in Venezia, Veneto

Carafe in borosilicate glass handmade by Venetian artisans, characterized by the blue color which creates a kaleidoscopic play of colored reflections. The color is applied by hand wi...

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2010s Italian Other Pitchers

Materials

Glass

Tea Pot Can Teapot, Copper Brass Bamboo, Austria, 1950s
Tea Pot Can Teapot, Copper Brass Bamboo, Austria, 1950s

Tea Pot Can Teapot, Copper Brass Bamboo, Austria, 1950s

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

A pot for tea, water, coffee, milk, etc. made of copper and bamboo manufactured in midcentury, circa 1950. An authentic handmade piece in very good original condition with lovely patina. It is marked with 'EKW Erich Kolbenheyer...

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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Copper

French Majolica Fish Pitcher, circa 1920
French Majolica Fish Pitcher, circa 1920

French Majolica Fish Pitcher, circa 1920

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica pitcher with large fish, aquatic plants, fish handle, circa 1920.

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1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Italian Art Glass Empoli Decanter Ewer Cruet Vase Bottle w Stopper Ruby Red
Italian Art Glass Empoli Decanter Ewer Cruet Vase Bottle w Stopper Ruby Red

Italian Art Glass Empoli Decanter Ewer Cruet Vase Bottle w Stopper Ruby Red

By Empoli

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A monumental Italian art glass decanter, ewer, cruet, vase or bottle with stopper in a rich ruby red color attributed to Empoli. Hand blown of the finest art glass in a classic mid c...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Louis Giraud Mid-Century French Ceramic White and Gold Pitcher, Vallauris, 1960s
Louis Giraud Mid-Century French Ceramic White and Gold Pitcher, Vallauris, 1960s

Louis Giraud Mid-Century French Ceramic White and Gold Pitcher, Vallauris, 1960s

By Louis Giraud

Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR

Louis Giraud Mid-century French ceramic white and gold pitcher, Vallauris, 1960s This is a very beautiful piece, elegant and delicate. The enamel is very soft, there is a nice con...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Enamel

Brown Mid Century Rustic Stoneware Ceramic Pitcher by Rouillard 1975 La Borne
Brown Mid Century Rustic Stoneware Ceramic Pitcher by Rouillard 1975 La Borne

Brown Mid Century Rustic Stoneware Ceramic Pitcher by Rouillard 1975 La Borne

By La Borne Potters

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Rouillard Unique handmade mid XXth century ceramic pitcher Original brown stoneware ceramic color Signed under the base Original perfect condition Measures: Height 21 ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Pewter and Cranberry glass Clarets
19th Century Pewter and Cranberry glass Clarets

19th Century Pewter and Cranberry glass Clarets

Located in Denton, TX

Ornate Pewter hand crafted in the Renaissance style with figural and floral decoration. These clarets are stunning in person that add elegance to any interior. 1. The claret with the...

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Late 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Pitchers

Materials

Pewter

Floyd Kemp Handled Pottery Vase Tenmoku Glaze, Mingei Arts & Crafts 1960s
Floyd Kemp Handled Pottery Vase Tenmoku Glaze, Mingei Arts & Crafts 1960s

Floyd Kemp Handled Pottery Vase Tenmoku Glaze, Mingei Arts & Crafts 1960s

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage pottery vase features handled, ewer, or pitcher, form with elongated neck and sculptural rim. The neck and handle area is decorated in Tenmoku glaze in combination of a deep ...

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Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Powell, Bishop & Stonier - Aesthetic Transfer Decorated Pitcher - U.K. - C. 1880
Powell, Bishop & Stonier - Aesthetic Transfer Decorated Pitcher - U.K. - C. 1880

Powell, Bishop & Stonier - Aesthetic Transfer Decorated Pitcher - U.K. - C. 1880

By Powell, Bishop & Stonier

Located in Chatham, ON

POWELL, BISHOP & STONIER (Manufacturer) - Beatrice No. 4 (Product Line) - Rare and exceptional Aesthetic Movement ceramic pitcher / vase - two color transfer decorated featuring fern...

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Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Large American Silver Landscape Pitcher, Kirk and Sons, circa 1880
Large American Silver Landscape Pitcher, Kirk and Sons, circa 1880

Large American Silver Landscape Pitcher, Kirk and Sons, circa 1880

Located in New York, NY

Of baluster form on pedestal foot, chased and embossed with flowers, foliage and scrolls on matted ground, sides elaborately chased with an idyllic village scene,

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1880s Antique Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Mason's Ironstone Large Jug or Pitcher in School House Pattern, circa 1820
Mason's Ironstone Large Jug or Pitcher in School House Pattern, circa 1820

Mason's Ironstone Large Jug or Pitcher in School House Pattern, circa 1820

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a fine and rare, large ironstone pottery jug or pitcher in the Fenton shape made by Mason's Ironstone, of Lane Delph, Staffordshire, England, circa 1820 This is a substantia...

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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ironstone

Yellow pitcher with floral pattern, Belgique
Yellow pitcher with floral pattern, Belgique

Yellow pitcher with floral pattern, Belgique

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Yellow ceramic pitcher with floral decoration, made in France. This charming vintage pitcher captivates with its vibrant colors and delicately glazed, raised floral design. Crafted ...

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1980s Belgian Rustic Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Pottery, Ceramic

Italian Modernist Hammered Brass Pitcher by Egidio Casagrande
Italian Modernist Hammered Brass Pitcher by Egidio Casagrande

Italian Modernist Hammered Brass Pitcher by Egidio Casagrande

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice Italian modernist hammered brass pitcher / ewer by Egidio Casagrande, circa 1940s. The piece is in very good condition and measures 10"W x 5"D x 12"H. It is marked "Casag...

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Early 20th Century European Modern Pitchers

Materials

Brass

Chinoiserie Copeland Late Spode Blue Pitcher
Chinoiserie Copeland Late Spode Blue Pitcher

Chinoiserie Copeland Late Spode Blue Pitcher

Located in Queens, NY

English Vicctorian light blue porcelain pitcher decorated with Chinoiserie figures and a dragon handle with gilt accents (Copeland Late Spode).

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pitchers

Plata Lappas Leather Handled Argentinian Silver Plated Water Pitcher
Plata Lappas Leather Handled Argentinian Silver Plated Water Pitcher

Plata Lappas Leather Handled Argentinian Silver Plated Water Pitcher

By Hermès

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine modern water pitcher. By Plata Lappas. In silver plate. With a c-shaped leather handel and strainer to the spout. Founded by Alcibiades Lappas 1887, Plata Lappas is a one...

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Late 20th Century Argentine Modern Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate

Austrian Art Nouveau Pewter Jugendstil Clade Green Art Glass Wine Carafe
Austrian Art Nouveau Pewter Jugendstil Clade Green Art Glass Wine Carafe

Austrian Art Nouveau Pewter Jugendstil Clade Green Art Glass Wine Carafe

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A striking example of early 20th-century Jugendstil design, this elegant Wine Carafe features a vibrant emerald green glass liner encased in a sweeping, stylized pewter mount. The me...

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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pitchers

Materials

Pewter

Los Castillo Silver Pitcher with Abalone & Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, Taxco Mexico
Los Castillo Silver Pitcher with Abalone & Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, Taxco Mexico

Los Castillo Silver Pitcher with Abalone & Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, Taxco Mexico

By Los Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautifully crafted silver-plated pitcher by Los Castillo, one of Taxco’s most iconic silversmithing families. This piece features stylized cut-out bird and floral motifs inlaid wi...

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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Small French Green Majolica Pitcher Creamer circa 1900
Small French Green Majolica Pitcher Creamer circa 1900

Small French Green Majolica Pitcher Creamer circa 1900

Located in Austin, TX

Charming Small French Green Majolica Pitcher Creamer decorated with a carnation.

Category

Early 1900s French Rustic Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Hand-Crafted Glass Carafe 75cl, TAKE, Trasparent, Kanz
Hand-Crafted Glass Carafe 75cl, TAKE, Trasparent, Kanz

Hand-Crafted Glass Carafe 75cl, TAKE, Trasparent, Kanz

By kanz

Located in Venezia, Veneto

When the design chooses to rediscover its roots. The first born in the family is the TAKE 75 cl carafe, the result of the principle: decoration = function. ...

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2010s Italian Minimalist Pitchers

Materials

Glass

Antique 19thC Staffordshire Porcelain Cow Milk Maid Spill Vase Creamer 7"
Antique 19thC Staffordshire Porcelain Cow Milk Maid Spill Vase Creamer 7"

Antique 19thC Staffordshire Porcelain Cow Milk Maid Spill Vase Creamer 7"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 19th century Staffordshire porcelain flatback figural spill vase or creamer in the shape of a woman with grapes on her skirt standing next to a very happy brown and white cow...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Six Amber Murano Drinking Glasses by Vittorio Zecchin, Italy
Set of Six Amber Murano Drinking Glasses by Vittorio Zecchin, Italy

Set of Six Amber Murano Drinking Glasses by Vittorio Zecchin, Italy

By Vittorio Zecchin

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy, 1930s. They are in Murano glass and have particles of coal that are included in the glass due to their process of manufacturing: as a matter of fact in 1950s in Murano...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Murano Glass

Antique Majolica Oak Leaf & Acorn Nut Tree Bark Creamer Pitcher Jug 8"
Antique Majolica Oak Leaf & Acorn Nut Tree Bark Creamer Pitcher Jug 8"

Antique Majolica Oak Leaf & Acorn Nut Tree Bark Creamer Pitcher Jug 8"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Majolica creamer pitcher / jug featuring a tree bark, oak leaf and acorn nut theme with branch handle, purple lavender interior. Dimensions: 6" x 5" x 8.25" (Width x Depth x...

Category

Early 20th Century Pitchers

Materials

Majolica

Emilia Castillo Silver Plated Water Pitcher With Butterflies & Verdigris Patina
Emilia Castillo Silver Plated Water Pitcher With Butterflies & Verdigris Patina

Emilia Castillo Silver Plated Water Pitcher With Butterflies & Verdigris Patina

By Emilia Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Striking and highly collectible sculptural water pitcher designed by renowned Mexican silversmith Emilia Castillo, produced in Taxco, Mexico. This exceptional example of Mexican Mode...

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1980s Mexican Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate, Copper

Chubut Large Round Pitcher, Alpaca Silver & Black Horn
Chubut Large Round Pitcher, Alpaca Silver & Black Horn

Chubut Large Round Pitcher, Alpaca Silver & Black Horn

By AIREDELSUR

Located in Buenos Aires, AR

The calm, peace and stillness of the Villa La Angostura lakes, together with its woods, are transmitted to the handles and the relaxed shapes of the trays, pitchers, cutlery and cham...

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2010s Argentine Organic Modern Pitchers

Materials

Metal

TANE México Sterling Silver Pitcher
TANE México Sterling Silver Pitcher

TANE México Sterling Silver Pitcher

By Tane Orfebres

Located in Mexico City, MX

A Mexican mid-century modern Sterling silver pitcher by Tane Orfebres. The pitcher's body is hammered. The pitcher's weight is 1039 grams. (33.4046 Troy ounces). Tane Orfebres was ...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Japanese Style Stoneware Pottery Jug Pitcher with Amazing Glaze  19th France
Japanese Style Stoneware Pottery Jug Pitcher with Amazing Glaze  19th France

Japanese Style Stoneware Pottery Jug Pitcher with Amazing Glaze 19th France

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Jug or pitcher in Stoneware, with an exceptional patina. It's color with brown and Grey gives very pleasant contrasts. This Pitcher was created in FRANCEce, circa 19th century. Japon...

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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Pitchers

Materials

Stoneware

Vintage French Ceramic Pitcher by Cloutier Brothers (circa 1970s)
Vintage French Ceramic Pitcher by Cloutier Brothers (circa 1970s)

Vintage French Ceramic Pitcher by Cloutier Brothers (circa 1970s)

By Cloutier Freres

Located in London, GB

Vintage French decorative ceramic pitcher by the Cloutier brothers (circa 1970s). An outer surface decorated in the Cloutier's trademark soft mauve with an elegant sheen makes this p...

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1970s French Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Staffordshire Toby Jug
19th Century Staffordshire Toby Jug

19th Century Staffordshire Toby Jug

Located in High Point, NC

19th century ceramic Toby jug from the Staffordshire region of England. He has a blue jacket and a warm expression on his face. The jug has copper lustre accents as well for added ...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Majolica Duck Pitcher Keller & Guerin Saint Clement, circa 1900
Majolica Duck Pitcher Keller & Guerin Saint Clement, circa 1900

Majolica Duck Pitcher Keller & Guerin Saint Clement, circa 1900

By Saint-Clément

Located in Austin, TX

Large Majolica duck in an egg pitcher signed Keller et Guerin Saint Clement, circa 1900. Decorated with a duckling watching a dragonfly.

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

1970s Space Age Green Ceramic Pitcher by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio
1970s Space Age Green Ceramic Pitcher by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio

1970s Space Age Green Ceramic Pitcher by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio

By Enzo Bioli

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Rare 1970s Mid-Century Modern Green Ceramic Pitcher by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio Discover a piece of authentic Italian mid-century design with this stunning and rare ceramic pitcher....

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand. Pitcher in turquoise-blue glaze with ribbed body.
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand. Pitcher in turquoise-blue glaze with ribbed body.

Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand. Pitcher in turquoise-blue glaze with ribbed body.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Rörstrand, Sweden Pitcher in turquoise-blue glaze with ribbed body and elegantly curved handle. Designer: Gunnar Nylund Manufacturer: Rörstrand, Sweden Material: Glazed ceramic Dime...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century French Ceramic Pitcher by La Roue 'circa 1960s', Small
Mid-Century French Ceramic Pitcher by La Roue 'circa 1960s', Small

Mid-Century French Ceramic Pitcher by La Roue 'circa 1960s', Small

By La Roue

Located in London, GB

Vintage French ceramic flower-motif pitcher by La Roue, Vallauris, France (circa 1960s). A charming, decorative piece with rustic and colourful details throughout. The ceramic is of ...

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1960s French Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Sterling Silver / Cut Glass Claret Jug / Pitcher
19th Century Sterling Silver / Cut Glass Claret Jug / Pitcher

19th Century Sterling Silver / Cut Glass Claret Jug / Pitcher

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Late 19th century cut glass and sterling silver tableware / barware serving claret jug. The pitcher is hallmarked by an unknown maker, but clearly originated from Italy since it's 80...

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1890s Italian Edwardian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Collection of Three 19Thc Sponge Ware Pitchers
Collection of Three 19Thc Sponge Ware Pitchers

Collection of Three 19Thc Sponge Ware Pitchers

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc Blue & white sponge ware pottery pitchers.Sold as a group of three.

Category

Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

1970s Modernist Red Aluminum Pitcher
1970s Modernist Red Aluminum Pitcher

1970s Modernist Red Aluminum Pitcher

By Dansk

Located in Chula Vista, CA

AMBIANIC presents Modernist Red Aluminum Pitcher 7.5 h x 5.75 w x 7.75 d Not new, vintage unrestored condition. See all images provided.

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Aluminum

French Ceramic Pitcher with Flower Motif by the Cloutier Brothers (circa 1970s)
French Ceramic Pitcher with Flower Motif by the Cloutier Brothers (circa 1970s)

French Ceramic Pitcher with Flower Motif by the Cloutier Brothers (circa 1970s)

By Cloutier Freres

Located in London, GB

A decorative ceramic pitcher with bouquet of flowers motif by the Cloutier brothers (circa 1970s). This charming pitcher was made in Cloutiers' trademark delicate style with light ma...

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1970s French Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Bacchus Face Jug Pitcher from France
Bacchus Face Jug Pitcher from France

Bacchus Face Jug Pitcher from France

Located in Land O' Lakes, FL

This unique porcelain pitcher in rich yellow is beautifully accented with purple grapes and green leaves along the foot and rim, complemented by delicate gold gilt trim. A truly rema...

Category

1850s French Antique Pitchers

Materials

Porcelain

Hazel-Atlas Pheasants Pitcher & Glasses Set
Hazel-Atlas Pheasants Pitcher & Glasses Set

Hazel-Atlas Pheasants Pitcher & Glasses Set

By Hazel-Atlas

Located in Bradenton, FL

A set of six transferware 8oz highball glasses and matching 80oz pitcher in the Pheasants pattern by Hazel-Atlas Glass Company (1902-1964). Colorful pheas...

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Early 20th Century American Pitchers

Materials

Glass

Victorian Majolica Water Lily Pitcher, circa 1890
Victorian Majolica Water Lily Pitcher, circa 1890

Victorian Majolica Water Lily Pitcher, circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

19th century majolica pitcher with water lily, circa 1890. Victorian period.

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1890s English Victorian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Stoneware Jug Pitcher by Eric Astoul Signed Beautiful Patina from France Brown
Stoneware Jug Pitcher by Eric Astoul Signed Beautiful Patina from France Brown

Stoneware Jug Pitcher by Eric Astoul Signed Beautiful Patina from France Brown

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Jug or pitcher, with an exceptional patina. It's color with brown gives very pleasant contrasts. This Pitcher was created in France in the 1990s. The artist is Eric Astoul.

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1960s French French Provincial Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Stoneware

Vintage Studio Pottery Pitcher - Wax Resist Decoration - Signed - Mid 20th C.
Vintage Studio Pottery Pitcher - Wax Resist Decoration - Signed - Mid 20th C.

Vintage Studio Pottery Pitcher - Wax Resist Decoration - Signed - Mid 20th C.

Located in Chatham, ON

Vintage wheel thrown studio pottery pitcher - wax resist floral decoration - speckled olive green glaze over the buff clay body - contrasting white glaze to the interior - artist's c...

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Mid-20th Century Country Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Funny Majolica Pitcher by Sarreguemines from France. Early 20th Century
Funny Majolica Pitcher by Sarreguemines from France. Early 20th Century

Funny Majolica Pitcher by Sarreguemines from France. Early 20th Century

By Sarreguemines

Located in Knivsta, SE

Very decorative and fun Majolica Pitcher in the shape of a sitting elephant by Sarreguemines from France. Probably made in the early 20th Century Wear consistent with age and use

Category

Early 20th Century French Pitchers

Materials

Majolica

Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher Conversation Ptn rare shape, Georgian Ca 1825
Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher Conversation Ptn rare shape, Georgian Ca 1825

Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher Conversation Ptn rare shape, Georgian Ca 1825

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a superb Ironstone Jug or Pitcher made by the English Mason's Ironstone factory, dating to the late Georgian period, circa 1825. The jug shape and pattern colorway are both ...

Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ironstone

Vintage, New and Antique Pitchers

Perfect for entertaining, a dinner party or a small luncheon, vintage, new and antique pitchers are versatile pieces to keep in any collection.

Whether you’re dining in the great outdoors, freshening up drinks in the living room or making a batch of fresh-squeezed juice for breakfast in the kitchen, a pitcher is a must-have feature of your dining and entertaining set.

Prior to indoor plumbing and the advent of sinks, people paired a pitcher with a wash basin on their bedside stand. Today, an antique washstand might be used as a nightstand or bedside table. These pitchers, along with the washstand, were essential in any bedroom.

Today, in displaying vintage ceramic pitchers on your Welsh kitchen dresser or in a corner cupboard, you’re inviting a pop of color and an alluring texture to mingle with your other serveware. But when entertaining, you’re likely going to put this decorative vessel to work. Some glazed stoneware and metal pitchers are outfitted with hinged lids to provide insulation, while potters and other craft artists at the time might have made complementary glasses or teacups to pair with their pitchers for a complete serving set. Glass and stoneware pitchers are perfect for serving beverages, but if you’re serving from a metal pitcher, you’ll want to ensure that the material is food-grade stainless steel.

For a simple home accent, consider using that wonderfully aging vintage metal pitcher as a vase for your flowers (be sure to use a watertight plastic liner or insert) or as a receptacle to display and organize your cooking utensils. Given the venturesome design sensibility that we associate with mid-century modernism, a mid-century modern pitcher is going to prove a unique and sophisticated decorative touch to any room in your home. While your farmhouse-style interior is practically begging for the earthy tones of a terracotta pitcher, an ironstone pitcher will bring ornate details to your mantel.

Find a collection of new, vintage and antique pitchers today on 1stDibs.